NSW’s koala national park will protect threatened species and cap logging across the state. Could the Greens really block it? | Adam Morton
The Albanese government approved a proposal allowing the park to create carbon credits worth hundreds of millions of dollars, sparking a schism among environmentalists What qualifies as a win in…
Who’s responsible for fixing the AFL’s culture problem? – podcast
Following a sexual assault allegation linked to the Sydney Swans, the AFL community’s response quickly shifted to premiership points and player suspensions. But for many fans, the real issue isn’t…
The Dog Stars review – Ridley Scott’s lethargic postapocalyptic drama is a misfire
An adaptation of Peter Heller’s 2012 novel never finds its footing with overly familiar survival beats and a glum lack of energy Looking towards the end of an August movie…
I’ve been told to apply to a civil and administrative tribunal over my faulty dishwasher. What does it involve?
Taking a consumer complaint to tribunal is likely to be onerous, writes policy professional Kat George, but the payoff may be worthwhile Read more Australian customer service questions A little…
‘It looked stunning on Joanna Lumley!’ 10 writers on their biggest hair disaster
From bowl cuts to extreme mullets, punk dos to bad dye jobs, a terrible hairstyle can never be forgotten – even decades after it has grown out It’s the late…
The Quiet Earth: New Zealand post-apocalyptic classic preys on the fear of being totally alone
With eerie empty street scenes akin to 28 Days Later, this 80s sci-fi flick follows a lone scientist spiralling into madness. And its psychological terror is as haunting as ever…
‘So hacked off’: as election nears, New Zealanders despair at the main parties – and Opportunity knocks
National and Labour have passed government back and forth for years but many voters are no longer content with politics as usual For decades, Mattie Wall mainly voted for Labour,…
Dolly Parton – a life in pictures
The country music star, actor and philanthropist’s long and varied career spanned decades Dolly Parton, country star, actor and philanthropist, dies aged 80 Country music legend Dolly Parton dies aged…
Australia may face a rush of datacentre construction as AI firms look to avoid upcoming rules, experts say
Regulations will require new sites to avoid pushing up power prices by building renewable energy plants and minimising water use Follow our Australia news live blog for latest updates Get…
In China, talking to AI is normal. Now the government fears it might replace human intimacy
Companion bots are being regulated over worries they foster ‘emotional dependence’ and young people could stop marrying and having families When law student Zhao Wei heard that her AI boyfriend…